Broken Dove

Silver Elite #2

by Dani Francis

In the heart-pounding sequel to the New York Times bestselling dystopian romance Silver Elite, lines will be crossed, loyalties will be tested, and the fight for the Continent is only just beginning as Wren Darlington finds herself caught in the middle of two one for the fate of her home and another for the fate of her heart.

LINES WILL BE CROSSED.

After blowing her cover as a double agent within Silver Elite and fleeing the Prime-controlled capital, Wren Darlington is finally safe behind allied lines. As her lover and former commander Cross Redden works to disrupt the Primes from inside their ranks, Wren turns her focus toward assisting the Uprising in overthrowing their rule once and for all.

LOYALTIES WILL BE TESTED.

Though she’s back among her own people, trust is hard-won and hidden agendas abound on the Mod base. And beyond those walls, Wren can’t help but worry that Cross is keeping secrets of his own . . . secrets that could jeopardize everything. Complicating matters even further is her shocking reunion with hotshot fighter pilot and undercover operative Grayson Blake. Once her closest friend in Silver Elite, Gray seems to understand Wren on a level she never thought possible.

AND THE FIGHT FOR THE CONTINENT IS ONLY JUST BEGINNING.

With the war between Mods and Primes growing more brutal by the day, and with her own role in the conflict becoming more essential than ever, Wren must confront some gut-wrenching questions. Who is she fighting for . . . and who is she willing to lose?

Genres: Fantasy, Romantasy, Dystopia, Romance, Fantasy Romance, Adult, Fiction

Audible Audio

Expected publication May 12, 2026

About the author

Dani Francis is the New York Times bestselling author of Silver Elite. She is an avid reader, a lover of all things breakfast, and a hopeless romantic. When she is not creating high-stakes fantasy worlds and complex characters, you can find Dani spending time with family or trying to figure out why the printer never works.

Reviews

[Clace]

I need this book like I need air 😫 and the cover is so prettyy!!

[Iqra]

You don’t understand how perfect that cover is 😫🤚

I cannottttt wait for my daisywolf to come home 🙏

[✨Julie✨]

Glad we won’t have to wait too long for this one! For some reason I was worried it would be years… 😅

[BookishByTammi · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐️ I am so invested in these characters and this story, I couldn't put it down!
It took a turn that I didn't expect but LOVED!
It focused a lot more on the politics, the effects of war and picking between the lesser of two evils.
While also making me giggle and kick my feet.

I loved Silver Elite a tiny bit more (I can’t say why because it’s a spoiler) but thats why this got 4.5
But if you loved Silver Elite and don’t mind the turn this one takes, you should enjoy the rollercoaster 😅

[ଘRory (Hiatus )]

➤My excitement to read that book is an understatement🙏

[Brandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐️ An absolute clusterfuck but I ATE IT UP!!!

Ahhhh! The ending!!!! WHAT A TEASE!!! This entire book had me screaming WTF?! WTF?! WTF?! Especially in the last several chapters. It was an emotional roller coaster all the way to the very end.

Broken Dove is an incredible sequel full of new adventures, new friendships, twists, turns, betrayal, and revelations. But honestly, I don’t know how I feel about *redacted. It kind of broke my heart and left me feeling uneasy. I’m here for it…cautiously. And definitely with some side eye. 😒🫣😆

But wow. What a story! I ate it up! And it was simply unputdownable. There was something exciting in every chapter. I devoured this fast paced story and fell in love with some new characters. Mako, Gray, and Xavier especially.

OMG, I cannot wait to see everyone’s reactions to this story and relive your shock, denial, and heartbreak. It was so freaking good even with the *redacted. I’m still in denial. 👀

But I NEED BOOK 3 IMMEDIATELY!!! Because the shit is about to hit the fan!!! 😳😬🫣

Thank you so much to Del Rey for the gifted book.



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Finished: ahhhh!!!! The ending.😩 What a tease.

Update: Only a few chapters left and this book is the start of my villain origin story.😩

Update: DelRey is sending me an ARC! I CANNOT CONTAIN MY EXCITEMENT!!!!😆 I will be anxiously stalking my mailbox until it arrives. 🫶🏻

I NEED THIS NOOOWWWW! Silver Elite emotionally waterboarded me and I fear Broken Dove is going to finish the job. Whoever this anonymous menace of an author is, just know you’ve ruined me. Ruined!! I don’t know your name, but I do know I’d sell my soul for your drafts. How dare you hide behind a curtain of mystery while casually dropping one of my favorite reads this year!! Come out and face me, coward (or don’t, hehe just kidding) Just PLEASE keep writing in this world!

[Saranya [hiatus]]

HEYYY! LISTEN EVERYONEEEEE!!!

I NEED THIS BOOK.
RIGHT. NOW!!!

THE COVER IS SO SeDuCtIvE PRETTYYYYYY TOO!!!!😍😍😍😍😍

[Ali]

SAY WHAT YOU WANT. I loved the first book, and I've already preordered a signed copy from BAM.

down HORRENDOUS

[kitkat (semi-hiatus ♡︎)]

THE COVERRRRRR 😩😩😩😩 currently counting down the minutes until may

[rêverie]

if this becomes a love triangle (hinted in the synopsis!), im team gray idc

[Leah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Broken Dove was one of my most anticipated reads of 2026 and consumed me to the point of infiltrating my dreams. Each twist had me racing through the pages! I loved how the sequel expanded the world building, politics, and magic system. The telepathic powers are incredibly fascinating, I had a lot of fun learning about all the new abilities.

I loved Wren’s character development in Broken Dove. Typically stubborn and impulsive, Wren learned to pause and reflect before reacting. She was isolated by the Mods and struggled to assimilate into their society, but persevered and found her place. She faced betrayal and loss, mended her own heart, and slowly opened it up again. I’m proud of her growth.

Some of the new characters frustrated me (you’ll know who), while others warmed my heart (Mako and Poppy). I found Wren and Xavier’s new friendship really sweet and loved how he had her back. I’m so glad Tana is okay. Prince is a cutie, can Wren please find a way to keep him?! I still have a soft spot for Cross and I’m very grateful for all the moments he rescued Wren. BUT, my favourite boy is Grayson Blake. I’ve officially fallen for Mr. Hotshot Pilot.

‼️ SPOILERS AHEAD ‼️

I adored Wren and Gray’s friendship, it was the highlight of my read. The playful banter and tension between them had me on the edge of my seat. I was screaming at all the loose confessions Gray slipped out. And when the moment finally hit, I was done for. I loved how they understood each other and took their time developing their relationship. It was so precious when Gray surprised Wren with a helicopter ride to the lagoon. Gray has always kept everyone at arm’s length, but slowly let his walls down around Wren. I sobbed when he opened up about his family to her — “I wanted to show you… all of me.” 🥹 The end of the book cleaved my heart in two. “Give me your hand, Dove.” OH MY GOD. The last chapter threw my emotions into a spiral. I’m going to be thinking about the final sentence until the next book is released.

Thank you millions to Penguin Aus for the early copy, it’s a dream come true!

[Tori - Novel Life · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 Stars
Dani Francis, you got a lot of explaining to do

[Elodie]

Godddd I hope this doesn't turn into a love triangle

[Sam]

May 2026? Dani Francis, babes, I'll read book 2 for you right now.

[Kei]

pleaaaase i dont want a love triangle! i really love cross :(

[Lavinia Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

*citita în avanpremieră

Un al doilea volum aproape la fel de bun ca primul. Povestea noastră continuă de unde a rămas și oh boy, cum se schimbă totul pe parcursul ei. Am și un emoji pentru a descrie cartea: 🤯
Intrăm în lumea Rebeliunii și aflăm multe informații noi, se leagă noi prietenii 🥹 (persoanele secundare iar își fac treaba cu succes si te fac să îți dorești să apară mai des), și avem acțiune din plin. Se discută și multă politică, dar nu își pierde deloc farmecul de distopie & military vibes. Ba din contră. Avem conflicte care mai de care, plot twist uri, misiuni, trădări și oh câte aș mai spune :)))
Avem multe frământări din partea personajului nostru feminin, Wren, și nici nu aș fi văzut să fie altfel. Wren e curajoasă, fierce, plină de sentimente care câteodată o copleșesc, dar e puternică. Mi-a plăcut să o văd dezvoltându-se și în acest volum, și atașându-se de oameni noi 🥹
Ultimele pagini și sfârșitul au fost de-a dreptul tulburătoare, nu am mai recunoscut deloc unele personaje :)) ceea ce e bine. Mă face nerăbdătoare pentru ce urmează. Fiindcă da, am cam rămas iar în plop și plopul e în aer :))))
Nu știu cine e această Dani Francis dar știu ca știe să creeze 🫶🏻 de abia aștept să văd ce mai poate scrie în următoarea carte.

[Stacey | read.with.stacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book + Audio Review

Thank you PRH audio for the gifted alc 🫶

4.5⭐️

💭: I enjoyed this one but I feel like there may be some mixed opinions due to the direction of one particular element (that’s all I will say)! 👀

It picks up right where Silver Elite leaves off. We definitely get a much stronger “dystopian vibe” from this book and I really enjoyed it! We learn more history and backstory about the world and the magic which I really wanted from this book. I really enjoyed the romance in this one 🔥. There is also a lot more political intrigue/scheming. There were definitely some twists I didn’t see coming. I think this book has set up the next one very well. And the ending! I definitely want book 3 asap!

🎧: This is dual narration by Amanda Dolan and Teddy Hamilton and it was fantastic! I really enjoy both of these narrators so much. Highly recommend!

[Katharine Stepanian]

Hoping and praying for Wren and Kaine to happen in this book

[ThianeJansen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Round up to 3.75! I’m going to be in the minority of this where I didn’t love this and didn’t hate this BUT I think people are either going to FROTH for what’s happening or absolutely lose their minds. This is going to be fun to see😆

Broken Dove picks up after Silver Elite and expands far beyond Sanctum Point into a broader, more complex world.

We follow Wren as she navigates shifting alliances, new environments, and rising stakes. Questions from book one begin to unravel, while new tensions emerge. Relationships are tested, new ones form, and survival becomes far less certain.


✨ Tropes & themes
🔥 Dystopian romance (dystopian setting takes front stage though)
🤝 Found family
⚖️ Shifting alliances
🫠 Romance you’ll either love or hate
🧠 Political intrigue
😵‍💫 Cliffhanger ending

This is a strong sequel that builds well on the first book.

The worldbuilding is significantly improved, with new locations and characters that make the story feel more expansive and cohesive.

The character dynamics are also stronger. Relationships feel more layered, and the found family element adds emotional weight. The tension throughout is consistent, with several genuinely high-stakes moments.

The pacing could have been tighter and though I like that the world building took front stage I wish I had the audiobook as there were parts I started skimming. Some sections feel longer than necessary and don’t always move the plot forward, which slightly impacts the overall flow.

The romantic dynamics shift in more complex and unpredictable ways, adding intrigue for what’s to come and having me question my own taste.

Nonetheless this was a WELL executed sequel that expands the world, deepens character relationships and raised the stakes to the next level while making me WANT to shift alliances (I decided I won’t tho😆🤪)

[dais grace · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

that ending? criminal.

[Marissa☆❀⋆.ೃ࿔]

I can NOT FUCKING WAITT for this book ahh

[Shannon Farley]

Got my pre order purchased! 🔥🥰

[BookishlyMorgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I ATE UP EVERY SECOND OF THIS!!!

I don’t even know how to process what I’ve just read.
So much has happened, my jaw is on the floor. I was on the edge of my seat, kept wanting to come back to this book and my heart hurt alottttt.

The character development and side character exploration in this book was immaculate. I loved getting to see more of both sides of the war and more 🤭🤭🤭

[Cups and Thoughts · Rating 3 out of 5]

thank you penguin for the physical ARC!!! we love a sequel that jumps straight to where we left off without wasting any time 🙂‍↕️

i’m super lucky to be reading this pretty close to when i first read silver elite! things were still fresh in my memory so it was easy to ease back into the story!

this was a hot mess in a fun way 🤣 i was giggling at a lot of the messy stuff happening. there were lots of cringe moments for sure, but it was still a lottt of fun to read! i listened to the audiobook 70% of the way thru and it was super well done! the two narrators were amazing ⭐️

the romance in this was veeeeery interesting! dani francis really stirred the pot in this one 🤣 i won’t say much about it but honestly it was refreshing and caught me by surprise for sure (again in a really good way)!

in a way i felt like the writing in this was rushed. not sure if it’s just me? it’s a big book and it is coming out quite soon after the first book, so some scenes read a little weird for me. but there were overall some amazing character development and loud action moments. the last 20% of the book was honestly insane and explosive! i wish we had more of this throughout the whole book!!!

that ending made things very very intriguing!!! i cannot WAIT to read book 3 🤭🤭

[Helen · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

I really enjoyed this one — and honestly, I think I preferred it to Silver Elite (controversial, I know).

Up until about the 40–50% mark, I wasn’t totally sure where it was going. It felt a little slower and I was unsure what my final rating would be… and then suddenly everything shifted. The pacing picked up, so much started happening, and it genuinely felt like a completely different book in the best way.

This is such a strong sequel. It moves the story forward — no filler, no dragging — just real progression.

The romance? I loved the direction it took… that’s all I’m saying 👀
But it worked for me.

I also really enjoyed the new friendships Ren builds in the new location, and the twists and betrayals in that setting added so much tension.

I listened to the audiobook for this one and it was so well done — the narration really elevated things. We only got two chapters from Cross’s POV (I wanted more 😭), but by the end I can see why that choice was made.

I’ll 100% be picking up the next book — I just need it to hit like that final 50% again.

[daphne · Rating 4 out of 5]

“𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐫, 𝐃𝐨𝐯𝐞.”

I fear I ate this one up? I finished this within a day because I honestly could not put it down. When I read Silver Elite last year I wasn’t entirely convinced just yet… Broken Dove completely sucked me in and I now get the hype! The plot twists in this one were insane and the fact that it was SO action packed left me on the edge of my seat. The friendships that are formed are also so nice to see; I genuinely need book 3. I cannot really elaborate more because I am of course trying to keep this review spoiler free, just know I 100% recommend this one for my dystopian romantasy girlies <33

the vibes ™:
- dystopian
- insane plot twists
- romance/banter/spice
- a pet wolf
- interesting magic system (which I would love to know more about)

💌 Special thanks to @prhukexport for sending me an arc, grateful as always

[Tory · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you so so so much to Del Rey for the gifted early copy. You have absolutely no idea how much that means to me!!!

I honestly do not think anyone is ready for this book.
Did I like it? Yes.
Was it what I expected? Absolutely not.

It was so different from the first book. Not in a bad way at all, just in a completely unexpected way. There is more worldbuilding, more intrigue, more secrets, and so many twists and turns.
I loved seeing Wren’s character growth, even if I also screamed at her a few times for some of her stupid decisions.

That is all I will say!
Now the real problem… waiting for book three. 2027 is SO far away!!

[Karen | karentalksbooks]

i cannot wait for this book!!!!!

[astra]

All I care is that Xavier Ford lives

Excerpt here: https://people.com/dani-francis-silve...

[Sarah’s Literary World · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had so much fun reading Broken Dove. Like… so much so that I had to physically force myself not to pick it up when I had responsibilities. And I’m not even exaggerating.. I was thinking about it constantly.

Reuniting with these characters, meeting new ones, and diving deeper into the uprising, the politics across the continent, and the powers the Mods can develop? I was obsessed. I simply needed to keep reading.

Wren’s character development honestly broke my heart a little. Watching her try to find her place somewhere that keeps shutting her down… it hurt. She had to learn to control her impulses, to grieve the parents she never truly knew, and what they did. She had to heal after [redacted]… and you can feel the weight of all of it. But she slowly opened up to some characters. I’m rooting for her so hard. I have a feeling she’s much more powerful than she thinks.

I loved the introduction of new characters, their impact to the story and their own arcs. Some of them tested my patience though, but the sense of family Wren found at the Dagger? I ate that up. Even if at times it was messy, even when it hurt, even if it took time.

Her friendships with Ford, with Poppy, and her reunion with Tana, really touched me. But let me tell you, I’m fucking pissed at Dani for [redacted]. My poor little heart 💔

Also… I’d be lying if I said my love for Cross didn’t waver. Because my heart? Yeah, it belongs to Grayson now. That cocky little fucker won me over. The banter, the teasing, the flirting, the way their relationship evolved. I was a goner the minute she hopped on that plane the day of her rescue. I’m sorry, I’m a hotshot pilot girl through and through, and I don’t think anyone’s changing my mind anytime soon.

I have so many unhinged theories right now, but there’s one that hasn’t left my brain since we found out she sees gold when she incites… DM me if you’ve read the book and want to spiral some more 🫣

BUT THAT ENDONG WAS FUCKING RUDE! I’ve been staring at the wall for hours. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT???
Is [redacted] going to think [redacted] just left?
Is [redacted] going to think [redacted] betrayed them?
Is [redacted] going to think [redacted] ran away… WITHOUT [redacted]? AND WHAT ABOUT POPPY???
I have QUESTIONS. So many questions…

I fear I’m going to need at least three business weeks to recover.
…or book 3. Book 3 would also help. Just saying

Thank you so much Penguin Random House Export for the ARC, this is my honest review.
PS: sorry for throwing it across the room, I swear the book is unharmed (kind of) 🩶